😤Touchy

adjective
/ˈtʌtʃi/

Meaning

easily upset or offended; overly sensitive
easily offended or sensitive to criticism or remarks

Example Sentences

He's very touchy about his height.

Be careful what you say, he's very touchy about his work.

Synonyms

sensitive, irritable, temperamental, moody, oversensitive, thin-skinned
Entry 1
sensitive, irritable, temperamental, moody
Entry 2
sensitive, irritable, oversensitive, thin-skinned

Antonyms

calm, easygoing, thick-skinned, tolerant, relaxed
Entry 1
calm, easygoing, thick-skinned, tolerant
Entry 2
easygoing, tolerant, relaxed

Collocations

touchy subject, touchy person, touchy situation, touchy issue
Entry 1
touchy subject, touchy person, touchy situation
Entry 2
touchy subject, touchy person, touchy issue

More Example Sentences

This is a touchy subject, I would like to diplomatically avoid it.

Related Vocabularies

relating to a close relationship that is not romantic or sexual
Clear, logical, and convincing; having a strong basis in reason and evidence.
Steady or resolute; not wavering.
done by people acting as a group
affectionate; caring; showing love and warmth
not enjoying the company of others; avoiding social interaction; contrary to social norms

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